Aug. 27, 2025

News and Information from the City of Mountain View.

Pickleball Study Community Meeting

The City of Mountain View is hosting a Pickleball Study community meeting where staff will provide an update on the Pickleball Study and present conceptual designs for three potential locations (Cuesta Park, Cuesta Park Annex, and the future San Rafael Park site) and gather public input. In addition, the City will share some high-level information about active discussions that are underway with private property owners to possibly locate public pickleball courts on their property. 

Wednesday, Aug. 27 
6:30 p.m.
Mountain View Community Center, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.

The meeting will be held in Redwood Hall at the Community Center. 

Later this year, there will be additional community engagement before staff presents the feasibility study findings, community feedback, and recommendation to the City Council for direction on next steps.

More information can be found on the project's website.

Take the Downtown Precise Plan Visioning Survey

The City of Mountain View is seeking input from the public through the Downtown Precise Plan Visioning Survey. Results from the survey, along with feedback from community meetings and workshops, will help the City understand the community’s thoughts and ideas on the characteristics that make Downtown unique and special, as well as the specific improvements that may be needed to ensure that Downtown remains the heart of Mountain View.

Take the Downtown Precise Plan Visioning Survey. The survey will be open until Thursday, Sept. 18.

Most City Offices Closed on Labor Day

Mountain View City Hall and most City facilities will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. Emergency services will continue. Call 9-1-1 if you have an emergency.

Citywide Garage Sale Registration Closing Soon

Historic Preservation Ordinance and Historic Update Community Meeting

The City has been conducting research and analysis to update its Historic Preservation Ordinance, which sets requirements, processes, and incentives for the designation and review of alterations to historic resources, and the Historic Register, which is the list of historic resources that have been formally evaluated and identified as having historical significance.

Mountain View Public Library Year in Review

The Mountain View Public Library published its Year in Review, which provides an overview of the Library's accomplishments throughout the past year, including the expansion of outreach services, addition of new programs, space improvements, growth in borrowing trends, focus on inclusivity and forming connections, and more.

Read the Library's Year in Review.

Mountain View Art & Wine Festival

Fall Volunteer Fair

The City of Mountain View is hosting the Fall Volunteer Fair where guests will get a chance  to connect with local nonprofits, explore meaningful volunteer opportunities, and learn about services that support our community.

Saturday, Aug. 30
10:00 a.m. - Noon
Mountain View Community Center, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.

The meeting will be held in Redwood Hall at the Community Center. For more information, visit the City's volunteer webpage.

"Music on Castro" Continues Downtown

Music on Castro continues every Wednesday as singers and songwriters perform live music on the 200 block of Castro Street. The community is invited to come out to enjoy the free entertainment while shopping and dining Downtown. 

Wednesday, Aug. 27
Vocals by David Johnson
5:00 - 6:45 p.m.

Wednesday, Sept. 3
Norman Kahan
5:00 - 6:45 p.m.

The series will continue through early fall. For more information, visit Music on Castro.

Get Your Groove on at "Concerts on the Plaza"

Enjoy live music in Downtown Mountain View as False Bottom Band plays some bluegrass, rock, and country tunes during the Concerts on the Plaza series.

Friday, Aug. 29
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.

Join your friends, neighbors, and fellow music lovers for nights packed with fun tunes and dancing. Food, beer, wine and other beverages will be available for purchase at the Bean Scene Cafe. 

For more event details, visit Concerts on the Plaza.

Upcoming Events

For a complete list and information about upcoming public meetings,
visit MountainView.gov/CityEvents.

Aug. 27 | Music on Castro: Vocals by David Johnson | 5:00 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street

Aug. 27 | Pickleball Study Project Update: Community Meeting | 6:30 p.m. | Mountain View Community Center, Redwood Hall, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave.

Aug. 29 | Concerts on the Plaza: False Bottom Band | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.

Aug. 30 | Fall Volunteer Fair | 10:00 a.m. - Noon | Mountain View Community Center, Redwood Hall, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave

Sept. 1 | Labor Day Holiday Closure| All Day | Mountain View City Hall and Most City Offices

Sept. 3 | Music on Castro: Vocals by David Johnson | 5:00 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street

Sept. 3 | Historic Preservation Ordinance | 6:30 p.m. | Mountain View Community Center, Redwood Hall, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave

Sept. 5 | Concerts on the Plaza: The Peelers | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.

Sept. 10 | Jim Witzel Quartet | 5:00 - 6:45 p.m. | 200 block of Castro Street

Sept. 12 | Fog City Swampers | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. | Civic Center Plaza, 500 Castro St.

AskMV at Your Service

Available 24/7, Ask Mountain View is an easy way to send your questions, concerns and compliments directly to City staff who can help you. Download the app or submit a request online at MountainView.gov/AskMV.